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Russia and China Deepen Military, Economic, and Technological Cooperation During Putin's State Visit to Beijing

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping announced expanded bilateral cooperation during Putin's state visit to Beijing. The agreement includes military trust-building, antitrust collaboration, scientific innovation, construction sector integration, and opposition to trade protectionism. The visit marks a significant step in strengthening Russia-China ties amid global geopolitical shifts.

During Putin's state visit to Beijing, Russia and China signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen military cooperation, with both nations committing to enhancing mutual trust in the military sphere. The agreement also outlines collaboration between their antitrust agencies for 2026-2027, focusing on regulatory frameworks and market practices. Additionally, the two countries emphasized the strategic importance of scientific, technical, and innovative cooperation to boost their international competitiveness.

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StateTASSMay 20, 05:09 PM
Russia, China note importance of scientific, technical, innovative cooperation — statement

The parties believe deepening scientific, technical and innovative cooperation is of great strategic importance for increasing the pace of development and enhancing the international competitiveness of the two countries

StateTASSMay 20, 04:33 PM
Russia, China have agreed to jointly combat trade protectionism

Russian Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov and Chinese Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao agreed to support open and fair trade and jointly oppose unilateral coercive measures and trade protectionism

StateTASSMay 20, 04:22 PM
China backs Russia's efforts to ensure national security and stability — statement

Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing for an official visit on the evening of May 19 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping

StateTASSMay 20, 02:45 PM
Russian, Chinese antitrust agencies agree on cooperation

The memorandum outlines areas of cooperation between the antitrust agencies of Russia and China for 2026-2027

StateTASSMay 20, 01:08 PM
Russia, China agree on cooperation in construction sector

Priority areas of interaction in the construction sector include adaptation of the regulatory framework, use of standard designs, application of new technologies and artificial intelligence

StateTASSMay 20, 12:32 PM
China, Russia to improve military cooperation mechanisms — joint statement

Moscow and Beijing intend to deepen mutual trust in the military sphere